Definition

Noun: 1. The thickened, edible, aromatic root of a specific variety of celery plant (Apium graveolens var. rapaceum): A vegetable cultivated primarily for its large, bulbous root, which has a flavor reminiscent of celery and parsley. It is also commonly known as celeriac.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The recipe calls for one pound of peeled and diced celery root.
  • You can make a delicious, creamy soup from celery root and potatoes.
  • When shopping, choose a firm celery root that feels heavy for its size.

Advanced Usage

• As a culinary term: Celery root is often described as having a "celery-like" or "herbaceous" flavor and is used both cooked and raw. When used raw, it is typically grated or julienned.
  • A classic French salad, céleri rémoulade, features raw celery root dressed in a mustard mayonnaise.

Variants and Related Words

• Celeriac (n): The most common synonym for celery root. This term is often used interchangeably.
  • Celeriac can be roasted, mashed, or puréed.
• Knob celery (n): A less common alternative name.
• Root celery (n): A descriptive alternative name.

Synonyms

• Celeriac: The primary synonym.
• Turnip-rooted celery: A descriptive synonym highlighting its shape.

Notes on Different Meanings

• The term "celery root" refers specifically to the root of the variety. It is not the root of common stalk celery (Apium graveolens var. dulce), which is not typically cultivated for its root.

Noun

1. thickened edible aromatic root of a variety of celery plant
2. grown for its thickened edible aromatic root